Predatory mite in charge of whitefly and thrips control

What is Montdorensis-System?

• The voracious predatory mite Transeius montdorensis
• Efficient biological control agent of whitefly and thrips

What are the benefits of Montdorensis-System?

• Eat both the first and second larval stage of thrips
• Devour eggs and larvae of both the greenhouse and tobacco whitefly
• Generalist that also eats small pests such as spider mites, broad mites and russet mites
• Well-adapted to high temperatures and dry conditions
• Also active at lower temperatures and low light conditions
• Also feeds on pollen

How does biological control with Montdorensis-System work? 

• Adults and larvae actively search for their prey and start sucking their prey
• They devour around 10 prey a day
• Excellent boost effect by feeding with Nutrimite™ even in the absence of prey

In which crops can you introduce Montdorensis-System?

• Vegetable crops such as sweet pepper, cucumber and eggplant
• Ornamental crops such as gerbera, poinsettia and rose
• Soft fruit crops such as strawberry and raspberry

Want to know more? Contact your Biobest advisor for tailored advice.